SEASPRITESH-2G Super

MODERN MARITIME SOLUTION

The Kaman SH-2G Super Seasprite is the ideal multi-mission maritime helicopter. From anti-submarine warfare, to anti-surface warfare, over-the-horizon targeting, utility and search and rescue – you name the missions, the SH-2G meets the challenge!

Largest small-ship helicopterThe SH-2G is a fully integrated multi-

mission maritime weapon system with

anti-submarine, anti-surface, over-the-

horizon targeting, surveillance, troop

transport, search and rescue and utility

capabilities. The aircraft is the largest, most

powerful small ship helicopter available.

With more than 1.3 million flight

hours in an at-sea environment, the

SH-2G’s robust design has proven itself

fully capable and compatible with opera-

tions on today’s OPVs, corvettes, frigates

and larger naval vessels. The aircraft is

compatible with all leading deck securing

and traversing systems. A proven perform-

er, the SH-2G Seasprite has more free-deck

experience in higher sea states than any

other maritime helicopter. The SH-2G:

the most experienced day/night/all-weath-

er multi-mission maritime helicopter.

The SH-2G is the most experienced multi-mission maritime helicopter.

Flexible, reliable, and proven.

The SH-2G is a complete

package for small ship and

other maritime operations.

Anti-submarinewarfare

Anti-surfacewarfare

Search and rescue

Over-the-horizon targeting

Law enforcement operations

Visit, board,search and seizure

Vertical replenishment

Naval gunfire spotting

ANY MISSION. ANY SEA. ANY DECK. EVER READY.

Flexible

Fully integratedNavigation, communications, surface warfare and anti-sub-

marine warfare systems provide fast, accurate and dependable

location and detection data to the on-board crew. The same data

is available via “burst” transmission to adjacent ships or com-

mand centers.

A dual redundant MIL-STD-1553B data bus links the

integrated crew with navigation, flight control sensors, mis-

sion sensors, tactical processing, data links, stores management

and controls and displays. This combination of data bus and

instrument package enables the aircraft and its systems to be

efficiently operated by a crew of two.

Wide array of weapons systemsThe SH-2G’s specialty is over-the-horizon operations from

small ships – Super Seasprite extends the reach of the ship’s

sensors and weapons by a factor of 10! Delivering beyond-the-

horizon reach and keeping the ship out of harm’s way – the

SH-2G is the ultimate maritime force multiplier.

On-board radar, FLIR, ESM and acoustic data processor

enable the SH-2G to independently exhibit a wide array of

surface and submarine contact data. Fully integrated weapons

allow delivery of Penguin or Maverick air-to-surface missiles,

advanced lightweight ASW torpedoes, and side suppression

arms such as the 7.62 or 12.7 mm general-purpose machine

gun. The SH-2G is designed and certified to deliver the widest

array of weapons.

The SH-2G can carry two MK-46 torpedoes; two AGM-119

Penguin or two AGM-65 Maverick air-to-surface missiles; two

MK-11 depth charges; flares for self-protection; 7.62 mm or

12.7 mm door-mounted machine guns.

Utility operationsThe full versatility of the SH-2G

is demonstrated by its ability to

serve many roles. It can carry up

to eight fully equipped troops

or serve as a platform to observe

and support naval gunfire op-

erations. For search and rescue

operations, the helicopter is

equipped with a 600 lb (272 kg)

capacity rescue hoist. For verti-

cal replenishment, the SH-2G

has a 4,000 lb (1814 kg) capac-

ity external cargo hook.

Because of the ease with

which pilots fly the SH-2G, it

is an ideal helicopter for visit,

board, and search and seizure

operations.

SH-2G’s full-time rescue hoist means the helicopter is always ready

for urgent, in-flight re-tasking for critical SAR operations.

Full-time, 600 lb capacity, rescue hoist.

Naval gunfire spotting

This Royal New Zealand SH-2G can carry an array of weaponry, including Maverick missiles, shown above.

Proven reliability in more than 1.5 million maritime flight hours makes the SH-2G Super Seasprite the most essential shipboard weapon system.

SpecificationSMaximum all up weightStandard blade system 6123 kg 13,500 lbComposite blade system 6441 kg 14,200 lbComposite main rotor diameter 13.5 m 44.29 ft

Maximum speedCruise 120 ktVNE 150 kt

Best range 800+ km 500+ nm

Best endurance 5+ hours

Hover performanceOGE 4450 m 14,600 ftIGE 5181 m 17,000 ft

Useful load 1825 kg 4,023 lb

Crew 2 (1 pilot, 1 TACCO) 1 sensor operator optional

Passengers 8+ fully armed troops

Rescue hoist 280 kg 600 lb

Cargo hook 18,000 kg 4,000 lb

Installed power 2 x GE T701-401 1723 shp each

Fuselage service 10,000 hours available before inspection upon inspection

Mission endurance The SH-2G was designed to rigid U.S. Navy standards and is op-

timized for the small ship environment. The helicopter is capable

of operations up to sea-state six. The aircraft’s five-hour endur-

ance provides commanders with maximum flexibility for a wide

variety of missions. In addition to anti-submarine and anti-sur-

face warfare, the helicopter’s endurance permits extended search

and rescue and over-the-horizon support for surface combatants.

Endurance (hours)/Range(nm)

4.5/450

4.0/400

3.5/350

3.0/300

2.5/250

2.0/200

1.5/150

1.0/100

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5.0/500

5.5/550

SH-2G peRfoRMance

Capable

The SH-2G has the highest power-to-weight ratio of any helicopter in its class,

delivering the best “high-hot” performance in the industry.

Designed from the beginning for maritime operationsThe SH-2G Super Seasprite is optimized for small ship operations.

The folding blade system enables storage and maintenance aboard.

A fully marinized fuselage and drive train is designed specifically

for maritime operations. The fuselage has a 10,000-hour mini-

mum life before major inspection.

With twin-engine reliability, the aircraft has the highest power

to weight ratio of any helicopter in its class. The Super Seasprite is

capable of completing its designed mission on a single engine and

returning safely to the ship.

The fully articulated main rotor system, titanium hub and exclu-

sive, highly reliable servo-flap control system ensures pilot-friendly,

low vibration flight operations. Pilots, crew and aircraft systems enjoy

low vibration levels, ensuring longer life for components and reduced

fatigue for crew members, enabling maximum focus on the mission.

The Super Seasprite’s extremely low vibration levels are the standard

others can only hope to achieve. The aircraft maintains the best vibra-

tion levels thanks to its unique in-flight blade tracking system.

The SH-2G Super Seasprite features a comprehensive aircraft

self-protection suite, above, and is at home at sea.

Kaman specializes in integrated logistical support for its products, with customer tailored support programs. These programs provide a full range of services and product support functions, including high-fidelity full-mission simulation, all designed to maximize the value of the SH-2G helicopter to the customer.

Full-service commercial supportTailored to operator needs, Kaman helicopter support systems

are designed specifically to address the exacting requirements

of SH-2G operators. Kaman originated the “single helicopter

deployed at sea” concept and is uniquely positioned to deliver

the right support package to maximize operational capabilities.

From “fully organic” to “fully commercial,” the Kaman Support

Team can deliver the broadest system of support capabilities to

enhance operational readiness.

The SH-2G: backed by Kaman – a leader in multi-mission

maritime helicopter technology.

Kaman provides full logistical support and can

be tailored to specific fleet requirements.

Supported

Greater than 80% deployed

full-mission capable rate — documented by

Kaman-supported customers.

Full Motion Flight Simulator

Aircrew and maintenanceA key service for SH-2G operators is aircrew and maintainer

training. The full mission flight simulator provides full-color day

and night visuals, mission planning, a mission debrief facility

and part-task trainers.

Our support programs can be replicated elsewhere to satisfy

customer requirements, representing the ultimate in commercial

customer service. Such programs can be tailored to specific fleet

logistics requirements, assuring lifetime fleet support.

Provisioning and repairSpecialists at Kaman monitor and analyze parts usage trends,

ensuring replacement availability for multiple bases of opera-

tion. Kaman also is equipped for major repair and to overhaul

aircraft components worldwide.

Other logistic services include maintenance and distribution

of technical and operating publications and management and

distribution of ground support and test equipment.

Kaman Aerospace delivers the best

through-life support solution for

the most sophisticated and capable

multi-mission maritime helicopter.

The SH-2G Super Seasprite: a modern

maritime solution for today’s multi-mission

naval requirements.

Kaman Aerospace Corporation · Helicopters Division · www.kamanaero.comOld Windsor Road, Bloomfield CT 06002

Phone: 1-860-242-4461

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